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こたえる
kotaeru
To answer, to reply
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答える
こたえる
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To answer, to reply
kotaeru
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JLPT Level N5
Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
Kana こたえる
Romaji kotaeru
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 答える mean in Japanese?
The word 答える (こたえる) means "to answer, to reply" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N5 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 答える?
答える is read as こたえる (romaji: kotaeru). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 答える?
答える is a JLPT N5 vocabulary item. Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
How do I remember 答える quickly?
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